1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | Primera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
